About Us

Our Teachers

People make all the difference. And at EduGrove, we make a point of only choosing the best.

Our selection process is rigorous. EduGrove teachers are all talented individuals from top universities, many with master’s degrees. They are skilled Standard Mandarin speakers and Chinese writers and able to converse fluently in English. Following selection, every teacher undergoes a 6-month in-house training period introducing them to ‘the EduGrove way’!

We look for unique individuals, people with that little extra quirk; people who are creative, imaginative and deeply passionate about children, education and language. And of course, they must have bags of energy!

We believe that all our teachers are special – and we think you will too!

Dawn Wang Dong Yue

Head of Curriculum and Teaching

• Bachelor of History - ZheJiang University

Wang Laoshi has almost 20 years of experience as a teacher. In 1995, she graduated in the top 5% of her batch at ZheJiang University, China, after being granted a Superior Scholarship. Upon graduation, Wang Laoshi remained at the university, serving as an Assistant to the Dean and a Student Mentor.

Following a move to Singapore in 1998, and a few years of donning the Kebaya as a ‘Singapore Girl’, Wang Laoshi returned to her first love, TEACHING! She spent the next 10 years teaching at a renowned enrichment centre chain and was the Head of Mandarin EduDrama Programmes by the time she left the company.

Wang Laoshi is one of the founding members of EduGrove and the creator of its curriculum and teaching methods. Her dedication to and passion for teaching is not limited to just her students, as she is also the head trainer of EduGrove’s team of teachers.

Wang Laoshi is a proud mother of two boys and also a seasoned voiceover artist. Listen out for her voice on television commercials and public service announcements!

Xie Lingyun

Teacher

• Master of Arts in Translation & Bilingual Communications - Hong Kong Baptist University (HKBU) • Bachelor of Arts in English Language and Literature - Hubei University • Bachelor of Management in Tourism and Hospitality - Hubei University

Lingyun attained a Master of Translation and Bilingual Communication from Hong Kong Baptist University. She also holds a Bachelor of English Language and a Bachelor Degree in Hotel Management from Hubei University, China.

Having lived in many cities around the globe, Lingyun developed a passion for learning and teaching languages. She speaks Mandarin, Cantonese and English fluently, and can also converse in basic French, Spanish and Bahasa Indonesia. Not only does Lingyun possess a forte for languages, but this talented teacher has also attained Grade 10 in piano. Her strength in teaching lies in her bubbly personality. At EduGrove, she infuses every lesson with so much fun and laughter! This allows her to engage her students effectively, making her a favourite amongst her students.

Wang Mengxi

Mengxi Laoshi graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Chinese (with a minor in Translation) from Singapore’s Nanyang Technological University (NTU). She was a recipient of the Lotus on Water Gold Medal Award for her extensive research on the language development of bilingual children. Mengxi Laoshi, a Singaporean PR, is very familiar with our local education system having attended our local secondary and junior college after her relocation to Singapore from Shandong, China, when she was just 13. She also has years of experience as a private tutor to students in the primary and secondary levels.

Mengxi Laoshi was also awarded 1st Prize (Secondary School Category) for the NUS Centre For The Arts, Chinese Scriptwriting Competition, in 2005.

A daughter of a university professor, Mengxi drew inspiration from her mother’s popularity amongst her students. As a result, she always aspired to be a great teacher, just like her mum! Mengxi’s mastery of the Chinese language, infectious energy, fun-loving personality and tireless dedication, translate to dynamically effective lessons for her students.

Mengxi Laoshi used to run her own blog shop and loves Chinese dance, singing and playing the accordion.

Chen Lili

Teacher

• Master of Arts (Chinese Studies) – National University of Singapore (NUS) • Bachelor of Arts in Teaching Chinese as a Second Language - Zhejiang University

Chen Lili Laoshi obtained her Master of Arts (Chinese Studies) from National University of Singapore (NUS) and a Bachelor of Arts in Teaching Chinese Language as a Second Language from Zhejiang University.

As a highly enthusiastic Mandarin teacher who takes pride in her teaching career, Lili strives to provide revolutionary teaching experiences that help students learn in a different yet productive way. Most importantly, Lili aims to cultivate students’ interest in the subject.

Lili Laoshi’s interest in exploring and learning about literature, languages, music and painting, perfectly compliments her goal to be an outstanding Mandarin educator with EduGrove.

Ao Shuang

Teacher

• Master of Language Studies - National University of Singapore (NUS) • Bachelor of Arts Teaching English as a Second Language - Hong Kong Baptist University United International College

Ao Shuang Laoshi graduated from the National University of Singapore (NUS) with a Master of Language Studies. She also holds a bachelor’s degree in Teaching English as a Second Language from Hong Kong Baptist University United International College. Prior to joining EduGrove, Ao Shuang Laoshi taught students from Grade 7 to 12 (equivalent to Singapore’s O’level and A’level) for two years in Baotou, China, where she honed her skills and passion to be a great teacher.

Ao Shuang’s love of sport (she is an avid swimmer, hiker and jogger) contributes to her high energy levels and cheerful disposition, ensuring that all her Mandarin classes are infused with plenty of fun and laughter. In this way, Ao Shuang Laoshi actively engages all her students, cultivating their interest in Mandarin. Ao Shuang says that her students’ success is what inspires her to be a Mandarin teacher, passing on her own passion for the language.

Deng Lan

Teacher

• Bachelor with Honours (Distinction) in Chinese Language - National University of Singapore (NUS) • Nanyang Junior College

Deng Lan Laoshi graduated from National University of Singapore (NUS) with a Bachelor of Arts with Honours (Distinction), majoring in Chinese Language. Born in Fujian province, Deng Laoshi began her Singapore education in secondary school.

After graduating from Nanyang JC, she started her teaching journey by tutoring students throughout her university days. Deng Laoshi was a contemporary dancer and keeps active through swimming and yoga nowadays. She is a patient and encouraging teacher, believing that every child has the ability to excel in Chinese if given the chance.

Diao KeJia

KeJia graduated with a Master in Language Studies from National University of Singapore (NUS). She was awarded a Teacher Knowledge Test (TKT) Module Teaching Certificate in United Kingdom (UK), and received a Beijing Language Culture University Training Certificate for International Chinese Language Teachers in China. She taught adult international students 1-to-1 Mandarin lessons during her one year exchange programme in Nottingham (UK) and also offered after school tuition to teenagers during her Beijing Language Culture University internship.

KeJia is an avid traveller, having visited more than 20 countries to date. Her love for Chinese culture led to her learning Chinese Calligraphy and how to play the ErHu (Chinese violin). She even won the Best Performance Award for ErHu in the 2012 Beijing Youth Arts Festival! Volunteering at the Beijing International Airport, Kejia was a tour guide for foreign guests and got to work with several international artistes. Being a passionate volunteer, she provided teaching assistance to children in rural areas and worked with autistic children in Beijing. She believes that teaching allows her to make an impact on a person’s perspective of life. With her sweet personality, she has already won the hearts of the younger children.